Codependency

Serving clients at Lakewood · Centennial · Northglenn · Telehealth available statewide in Colorado

 

Codependency is a pattern where your sense of self-worth, safety, and purpose becomes enmeshed with another person’s wellbeing—often at the expense of your own. It’s common among people who grew up in chaotic households or have loved ones with addiction or mental illness. Therapy can help you rediscover yourself and build relationships rooted in mutual care rather than need.

Signs You May Benefit from Codependency Support

  • Difficulty saying no or setting boundaries
  • Feeling responsible for others’ feelings and problems
  • Neglecting your own needs to care for someone else
  • Fear of abandonment or rejection
  • Low self-esteem tied to others’ approval
  • Enabling destructive behavior in a loved one

Our Treatment Approach

We explore the origins of codependent patterns—often rooted in childhood—and help you build a stronger, more autonomous sense of self. Therapy focuses on boundary-setting, emotional regulation, and healthy interdependence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is codependency a real diagnosis?
Codependency isn’t a formal DSM diagnosis, but it’s a well-recognized relational pattern that causes significant suffering and responds well to therapy.
Can couples work on codependency together?
Yes. We offer both individual and couples therapy to address codependent dynamics in relationships.
Is codependency related to addiction?
Often, yes. Codependency frequently develops in families impacted by addiction, but it can arise in any relationship context.